Fire Warden Training
Also known as Fire Marshal Training — fire warden and fire marshal are different names for the same role under UK fire safety law. This online course gives appointed wardens, and the responsible persons who appoint them, the knowledge and confidence to identify fire hazards, lead a safe evacuation, and carry out their duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 — completed online in just 60–90 minutes for £18 per learner.
This RoSPA-approved and CPD-accredited online course covers everything a fully trained fire warden needs — from understanding the responsible person’s role and the relevant fire safety legislation, to recognising potential fire hazards, using fire extinguishers and fire blankets correctly, and leading a calm evacuation along designated escape routes.
- Level
- Fire warden / marshal
- Format
- 100% online
- Duration
- 60–90 minutes
- Modules
- 5 short modules
- Assessment
- Multiple-choice exam
- Pass mark
- 80% · free unlimited retakes
- Certificate
- Instant printable PDF
- Accreditation
- RoSPA approved · CPD certified
What is the Fire Warden Training course?
Fire Warden Training (also known as Fire Marshal Training) is an online course that gives appointed wardens, and the responsible persons who appoint them, the knowledge and confidence to identify fire hazards, lead a safe evacuation, and carry out their duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Fire warden and fire marshal are different names for the same role under UK fire safety law — same legal duties, same training requirements, same certificate.
This RoSPA-approved and CPD-accredited online course covers everything a fully trained fire warden needs — from understanding the responsible person’s role and the relevant fire safety legislation, to recognising potential fire hazards, using fire extinguishers and fire blankets correctly, and leading a calm evacuation along designated escape routes.
Studied entirely online and at your own pace, you’ll complete it in around 60–90 minutes and receive an instant, printable certificate the moment you pass. Fire Warden Training is part of Online CPD Academy — a UK provider of accredited online training spanning health & safety, fire safety, first aid and more.
What you'll learn
This Fire Warden Training course gives learners:
- The fire warden’s role and the duties of a fire warden / fire marshal
- The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and your legal duties under current fire safety legislation
- How fires start, spread and are prevented — including the most common ignition sources and potential fire hazards
- How to support a fire risk assessment and identify potential fire hazards in your workplace
- The correct use of fire extinguishers, fire blankets and other firefighting equipment
- How to lead a safe evacuation along designated escape routes
- The routine fire safety equipment checks expected of a competent fire warden — fire doors, emergency lighting and fire detection systems
The course combines clear explanations, real-world workplace scenarios and short interactive checks — making sure every fully trained fire warden finishes with the knowledge to fulfil their duties and respond confidently in a fire emergency.
Course content
The course is divided into five short, interactive modules, each with quick reviews to reinforce learning and prepare you for the final assessment. Work through them at your own pace and revisit any topic as often as you like.
1The Fire Warden’s RoleWhat the role involves and why it matters.
What's covered
- The fire warden’s role and the duties of a fire warden / fire marshal
- How the warden supports the responsible person’s fire safety arrangements
- Why every workplace needs enough trained, competent fire wardens
2Fire Safety Legislation and Legal DutiesYour duties under UK fire safety law.
What's covered
- The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and current fire safety legislation
- The legal duties and responsibilities of a fire warden
- The role of the responsible person and how the warden supports compliance
3How Fires Start, Spread and Are PreventedFire prevention and hazard recognition.
What's covered
- How fires start, spread and are prevented
- The most common ignition sources and potential fire hazards
- How to support a fire risk assessment and identify hazards in your workplace
4Firefighting Equipment and Fire Safety SystemsUsing equipment safely and routine checks.
What's covered
- The correct use of fire extinguishers, fire blankets and other firefighting equipment
- The routine fire safety equipment checks expected of a competent fire warden
- Fire doors, emergency lighting and fire detection systems
5Evacuation Procedures and Emergency ResponseLeading a safe evacuation when the alarm sounds.
What's covered
- How to lead a safe evacuation along designated escape routes
- The correct emergency response when the alarm sounds
- Keeping people calm and accounted for during an evacuation
Each module includes interactive elements and short reviews to reinforce learning and prepare you for the final assessment.
Assessment & certificate
At the end of the course there is a short final assessment in multiple-choice format with an 80% pass mark. If you don’t pass first time, retakes are completely free of charge — there’s no limit on attempts and no extra cost.
Once you’ve passed, your RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited fire warden certificate is issued instantly and is available to download and print straight from your account — ready for site inductions, audits, insurance reviews and your fire safety records. The certificate has no expiry date, though we recommend refreshing your fire warden training every three years.
Who is this course for?
This fire warden training course is suitable for any employee appointed as a fire warden or fire marshal — and for any responsible person, manager or H&S lead with fire safety duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It is designed for:
- Office-based fire wardens and fire marshals
- Retail, hospitality and leisure venue fire wardens
- Warehouse, factory and industrial site fire wardens
- Care home, school and healthcare fire safety leads
- Building managers, facilities managers and supervisors
- Responsible persons appointing fire wardens for the first time
It’s also ideal as refresher training to keep your knowledge current and your fire warden certificate up to date — and as a quick way for employers to demonstrate they’ve trained enough competent persons to cover their premises.
Not sure how many wardens you need? Use our team calculator below to work out your licences and unlock bulk discounts automatically.
Training your whole team
Buy any number of seats in one transaction, assign them as people join, and keep everything organised under one admin account.
One admin, unlimited learners
A single admin login lets you assign courses to colleagues in seconds — no need for everyone to buy separately.
Live progress tracking
See who’s completed, who’s in progress and who hasn’t started — so you can prompt the right people instead of chasing the whole site.
Automatic certificates
Every pass is logged against the learner’s name and downloadable for your audit file — no chasing paperwork.
Audit-ready records
Completion dates and certificate numbers stored centrally — exactly what fire safety inspectors, insurers and auditors want to see.
Add new starters anytime
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One invoice, bulk discount
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How many do you need?
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Bigger orders = bigger discounts
Get more value from your training by purchasing in bulk. Secure a lower rate today and use your courses whenever it suits you. You can even mix and match different courses — your discount applies across your entire order.
Discounts are applied automatically at checkout based on your total quantity. For 500+ seats or multi-site rollouts, ask us about custom pricing.
Why take this course?
Fire wardens play a crucial role in keeping people safe at work. This course equips appointed wardens — and the responsible persons who appoint them — with the knowledge and confidence to carry out their duties and keep their workplace compliant.
Completing this fire warden training course demonstrates a proactive approach to workplace safety and supports your responsible person’s compliance under current fire safety legislation. Fully trained fire wardens save lives — this course makes sure yours are ready.
RoSPA approved & CPD accredited
Fire warden and fire marshal are different names for the same role under UK fire safety law — same legal duties, same training requirements, same certificate. Our Fire Warden Training is fully RoSPA approved and CPD accredited — two of the most widely recognised UK accreditations for workplace fire safety training, with independent assessment confirming the content meets the standards expected by employers, insurers and inspectors under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Your certificate, ready the moment you pass
The second you finish the final assessment, a printable PDF certificate is ready to download from your dashboard. RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited and recognised by employers across the UK for site inductions, audits and fire safety records.
- ✓High-resolution printable PDF certificate
- ✓Shows the course name, your name and completion date
- ✓RoSPA approved & CPD accredited, with no expiry date
Certified in three simple steps
No classrooms, no scheduled sessions, no waiting around. Buy your course, study online, and walk away with an accredited fire warden certificate.
Buy in seconds
Add the course to your basket and check out by card. Buying for a team? Use the calculator to work out how many you need and unlock bulk discounts automatically.
Learn at your own pace
Work through five short modules online. Your progress saves automatically, so you can pause and pick up where you left off — most learners finish in around 60–90 minutes.
Pass and get certified instantly
Score 80% or more on the multiple-choice assessment and download your RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited certificate as a printable PDF straight away. Free unlimited retakes if you need them.
Fire warden training FAQs
Is this course recognised by employers? +
Yes. Our Fire Warden Training is RoSPA approved and CPD accredited — two of the most widely recognised UK accreditations for fire safety training. Employers, insurers and inspectors accept it as suitable evidence that an appointed fire warden has received adequate training under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
How long does the course take? +
Most learners complete the course in 60 to 90 minutes. You can pause at any time and return when it suits you — your progress is saved automatically.
What’s the difference between a fire warden and a fire marshal? +
There isn’t one. The two terms are used interchangeably in UK fire safety. Whichever title your employer uses, this course covers everything an appointed fire warden or fire marshal needs to know to carry out their duties.
Who should be a fire warden? +
A fire warden should be a competent person — typically a calm, organised employee who can be relied on in a fire emergency. Most workplaces appoint several wardens so there is always a fully trained fire warden on site, including across shifts and during holidays.
What if I fail the assessment? +
Retakes are completely free of charge. There’s no limit on attempts and no extra cost.
Will I get a certificate? +
Yes. A RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited fire warden certificate is issued instantly on completion of the course and is downloadable from your account.
Does the certificate expire? +
The certificate doesn’t have an expiry date — once you’ve passed, it’s yours. We recommend refreshing your fire warden training every 3 years, or sooner if your premises, fire safety arrangements, or the people on shift change significantly.
Do I need any prior knowledge to take this course? +
No. There are no entry requirements. The course explains everything from first principles — fire warden duties, fire safety legislation, fire prevention, the safe use of firefighting equipment, and evacuation procedures.
Get fire warden certified in 60–90 minutes
Instant access, learn at your own pace, and download your RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited certificate the moment you pass.
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